Joann Veronica Ortiz Obituary
We announce the death of Joann Veronica Ortiz (Taos, New Mexico), who passed away on September 14, 2026, at the age of 81. Joann will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Joann will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Joann will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Joann’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: parents: Nellie and Alfredo Vigil; husband: Julian D. Ortiz; daughters: Gina Annette Vigil, Julie Romero, Denise Yvonne Trujillo; son: Donnie Ortiz (Brenda); brothers: Ronnie A. Vigil, Frank Ortiz (Angela); sisters: Elizabeth Pike (Dave), Lydia Montoya (Joe "Tito" Montoya), Arlene Bustos (Martin), Kathy Vigil; grandchildren: Lori Vigil (Anthony), Ronnie Vigil (Karen), Cassandra Trujillo, Johnny Trujillo Jr., Matthew Trujillo, Gabrielle Romero, Johnelle Romero (Steve), Tamara Romero, Richard Ortiz (Cassandra), Soda Pop Ortiz (April), Jessica Ortiz, Nicholas Ortiz (Pam), Angelo Ortiz, Samantha Salazar, Julian Salazar, Angel Vigil, Dominic Romero, Jaziah Romero; great-grandchildren: Jaci, Angelique, Lee, Izrael, Arsenio Cole, Leandra, Malachi, Jordan Vigil, Cynthia Martinez, Jaidenn Gutierrez, Analeigh Vigil, Zachariah, Kaidenn Sanchez, Acelynn Ortiz, Kingston Martinez, Roman Ortiz, Liam, Leyoni, Landon Ortiz, Jayden, Nico, Nicolette Ortiz, Addison Ortiz, Sebastian, Lucas Ortiz, Elliana Villegas; great-great-grandchildren: Legend Love, Nubé Cole; other: Carla Ortiz Dean, Timothy Ortiz; and many nieces, nephews, extended family, friends, and loved ones.
A rosary will be held on Thursday, October 15th 2026 from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM at the San Juan Bautista Catholic Church (185 Po'Pay Ave, Ohkay Owingeh, NM 87566). A Mass will be held on Thursday, October 15th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Thursday, October 15th 2026 from 12:45 PM to 1:45 PM at the Villita Cemetery (48 Co Rd 41, Ohkay Owingeh, NM 87566).
